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India Today
5 days ago
- Automotive
- India Today
Suzuki Wagon R crosses 1 crore global sales milestone
Suzuki Motor Corporation has announced that its iconic Wagon R series has surpassed a remarkable global sales milestone of 1 crore units, as of June 2025. This achievement comes 31 years and 9 months after the model first debuted in Japan in September launched as a semi-bonnet style mini wagon, the Wagon R quickly gained popularity for its compact dimensions, high practicality, and rider-first design. Over the years, it has become a symbol of Suzuki's commitment to functional, user-friendly mobility, especially in the minicar the Wagon R began its journey in Japan, its global footprint expanded rapidly with production commencing in India (1999), Hungary (2000), Indonesia (2013), and Pakistan (2014). The model is currently sold in over 75 countries and regions, including major markets like Japan, India, and parts of Europe. The series has continually evolved to cater to local needs. For instance, CNG-powered variants were introduced in India to boost fuel efficiency and affordability, while Japan saw the launch of the Wagon R Smile with sliding doors for enhanced convenience. Climb to 1 croreThe Wagon R's journey to 1 crore units was marked by consistent growth:10 lakh units by October 199850 lakh units by February 201090 lakh units by January 20221 crore units by June 2025The Wagon R series has seen a rich history of development and expansion since its inception. The first-generation Wagon R was launched in Japan in September 1993, followed by the Wagon R Wide in February 1997 and the second-generation model in October 1998. Production outside Japan began with India in December 1999, Hungary in January 2000, Indonesia in September 2013, and Pakistan in April 2014. The model continued to evolve with the third-generation launch in September 2003, fourth-generation in September 2008, fifth-generation in September 2012, and sixth-generation in February 2017. In September 2021, Suzuki introduced the Wagon R Smile in Japan, featuring sliding doors and catering to customer needs for enhanced R's journey in IndiaThe Suzuki Wagon R has played a significant role in shaping India's hatchback market since its introduction. Production began in India in December 1999 under Maruti Suzuki, and the model quickly struck a chord with Indian consumers, thanks to its tall-boy design, spacious interiors, and easy drivability, especially suited for urban Wagon R soon became one of India's most trusted and bestselling family cars. Over the years, it has undergone multiple upgrades in styling, features, and technology while maintaining its core identity of practicality and India's growing demand for fuel-efficient alternatives, CNG-powered Wagon R variants were introduced, offering better mileage and lower running costs, making it an ideal choice for both private users and commercial operators. The Wagon R has also kept up with changing safety and emissions norms, now coming equipped with features like dual airbags, ABS with EBD, and BS6-compliant of 2025, India remains one of the largest contributors to the Wagon R's sales milestone, reflecting the model's deep-rooted popularity across generations. With each update, the Wagon R has evolved to meet Indian customer preferences, combining practical design, value-for-money, and Maruti Suzuki's extensive service network to remain a mainstay in the Indian automotive to Auto Today Magazine- Ends
Hindustan Times
5 days ago
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
Suzuki WagonR crosses 10 million units in global sales
The Suzuki Wagon R remains one of the most popular models globally, and the hatchback has achieved a new sales milestone with over 10 million units sold since its inception. The Wagon R crossed the landmark sales figure in 31 years and nine months since it was first launched in Japan in September 1993. Suzuki revealed that the Wagon R crossed the 10 million sales figure in 31 years and nine months since it was first launched in Japan in September 1993. Suzuki Wagon R Global Sales Cross 10 Million Units The Suzuki Wagon R was sold across Asian and European markets in its initial years, before arriving in India in 1999, a market that would accept the hatchback with open arms. The hatchback is also produced in Hungary and Indonesia, and has been sold in over 75 countries across the world. Also check these Cars Find more Cars Maruti Suzuki Wagon R 1197 cc 1197 cc Multiple Multiple ₹ 5.79 Lakhs Compare View Offers Maruti Suzuki Celerio 998 cc 998 cc Multiple Multiple ₹ 5.64 Lakhs Compare View Offers Renault Triber 999 cc 999 cc Petrol Petrol ₹ 6.30 Lakhs Compare View Offers UPCOMING Renault Kiger 2025 999 cc 999 cc Petrol Petrol ₹ 6 - 10 Lakhs Alert Me When Launched Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 998 cc 998 cc Multiple Multiple ₹ 4.23 Lakhs Compare View Offers Maruti Suzuki S-Presso 998 cc 998 cc Multiple Multiple ₹ 4.26 Lakhs Compare View Offers Also Read : Maruti Suzuki Wagon R gets 6 airbags as standard The WagonR continues to be popular among private buyers as well as fleet operators (REUTERS) Speaking about the WagonR's sales milestone, Suzuki in a statement said, 'The Wagon R was developed as a semi-bonnet-style mini wagon. It is a model that represents Suzuki, and is loved by many customers in Japan as a comfortable and easy-to-use car that puts the driver first. We have developed the technologies that have been honed in accordance with the standards for mini cars around the world in the form of the Wagon R series." India is the biggest contributor to WagonR's sales The WagonR's tallboy styling made way for a spacious cabin, ideal for growing Indian families, while the 1.1-litre engine was known to offer a decent blend of power and fuel efficiency. The latest generation version introduced in 2019 brought the choice of 1.0-litre and 1.2-litre naturally aspirated engine options, while liberating even more cabin space. There is also the CNG option that is equally popular amongst private and fleet buyers. A major chunk of the WagonR's sales comes from India, and the model has regularly featured as one of the top-selling cars in the country. The hatchback completed 25 years in India last year and had crossed the 3.2 million sales figure at the time. Check out Upcoming Cars in India 2025, Best SUVs in India. First Published Date:
